Available sites
159 total sites
RV Sites
Tent Sites
About South Marcum Campground
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
Pet friendly
Showers
Playground
RV Utilities and Hookups
- Dump station on site
Water and Hygiene
- Potable Water
- Showers
On Site Services
- Playground
Pets and Policies
- Pet friendly
Rates, Sites & Availability
159 Sites Available
No sites found matching your criteria.
No available sites
All sites are booked for your selected dates. Try showing all sites to see booked options, create an alert to be notified when something opens up, or adjust your dates.
Site Details
Select a site to view details
159 Sites Available
No available sites
All sites are booked for your selected dates. Try showing all sites to see booked options, create an alert to be notified when something opens up, or adjust your dates.
Reviews (1358)
What Guests Are Saying
South Marcum Campground is praised for its beautiful, well-maintained grounds and spacious, shaded sites, making it a serene and enjoyable place to camp. Visitors appreciate the clean facilities, including showers and restrooms, and the proximity to outdoor activities like biking and fishing. While some guests experienced issues with site leveling and internet access, overall, the campground is highly regarded, with many expressing a desire to return.
What Guests Are Saying
South Marcum Campground is praised for its beautiful, well-maintained grounds and spacious, shaded sites, making it a serene and enjoyable place to camp. Visitors appreciate the clean facilities, including showers and restrooms, and the proximity to outdoor activities like biking and fishing. While some guests experienced issues with site leveling and internet access, overall, the campground is highly regarded, with many expressing a desire to return.
Review Summary
Melody D
VerifiedOctober 15, 2024 • Stayed at: 049, Loop: BRID
We love camping at South Marcum. It is quiet, bathrooms are always clean, staff is friendly.
Dale O
VerifiedOctober 10, 2024 • Stayed at: 014, Loop: OROO
Should have stayed more than 1 night.
Dale O
VerifiedOctober 10, 2024 • Stayed at: 014, Loop: OROO
Should have stayed more than 1 night.
theresa l
VerifiedSeptember 30, 2024 • Stayed at: 084, Loop: CPOI
We travel a couple of hours just to camp at South Marcum campground, the views from some of the sights are just beautiful, the site are far enough apart that it makes it private. There is fishing, walking, bike riding paths, and playgrounds for kids, lots to do.
theresa l
VerifiedSeptember 30, 2024 • Stayed at: 084, Loop: CPOI
We travel a couple of hours just to camp at South Marcum campground, the views from some of the sights are just beautiful, the site are far enough apart that it makes it private. There is fishing, walking, bike riding paths, and playgrounds for kids, lots to do.
Stephen W
VerifiedSeptember 29, 2024 • Stayed at: 079, Loop: CPOI
We were harassed by an uninformed park ranger that said we were not occupying the site when we were there every day. We canceled the rest of our vacation and came home. I guess we will join the ever growing number of people that won’t use rend lake because of very poorly trained park rangers.
Stephen W
VerifiedSeptember 29, 2024 • Stayed at: 079, Loop: CPOI
We were harassed by an uninformed park ranger that said we were not occupying the site when we were there every day. We canceled the rest of our vacation and came home. I guess we will join the ever growing number of people that won’t use rend lake because of very poorly trained park rangers.
Anne J
VerifiedSeptember 27, 2024 • Stayed at: 121, Loop: CPOI
What a beautiful campground! I felt so lucky to get the space we needed even though we were just passing through. The site was a full hook up, very spacious, extra parking spot and had a nice cement patio. So pretty in the woods and very quiet. We will be back!
Anne J
VerifiedSeptember 27, 2024 • Stayed at: 121, Loop: CPOI
What a beautiful campground! I felt so lucky to get the space we needed even though we were just passing through. The site was a full hook up, very spacious, extra parking spot and had a nice cement patio. So pretty in the woods and very quiet. We will be back!
David S
VerifiedSeptember 22, 2024 • Stayed at: 111, Loop: CPOI
very nice and clean campgrounds.
Location & Directions for South Marcum Campground
South Marcum Campground, Benton, IL 62812 United States
Elevation: 134 ft
Getting There
From I-57 take exit 71 and turn west onto Highway 14. After 3 mi turn right on Rend City Road, then right on Rend Lake Dam Rd. Continue 3 mi to the park entrance on the left.
Highway access
South Marcum Campground is accessible from I-57 via exit 71, then west on Highway 14. The campground is located approximately 3 miles from the highway exit.
Policies & Rules
General
- All campers MUST register/ check-in with gate attendant upon arrival to receive site and vehicle tags.
- Camping equipment is required to be placed on the campsite; one camper with a maximum of three tents OR a maximum of four tents per site are permitted. Sites may NOT be reserved for parking of vehicles.
- See Park Information Guide for additional rules and regulations.
- Don't Move Firewood: Protect your forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information.
Nearby Campgrounds
Nearby destinations
Last updated: October 19, 2026
Need help?
Our team is here to help you find the perfect spot for your next adventure.
Replies within minutes
Explore Benton, IL
Population: 6,863
Elevation: 472 ft
From our Travel Guides
